Beverly, Massachusetts, USA – December 7, 2011 – Clare, Inc., an IXYS company (NASDAQ: IXYS – News), announces the immediate production release of the CPC1540, a 350V, current limiting, normally open (1-Form-A), optically isolated Solid State Relay (SSR) solution that replaces electromechanical devices and enhances system robustness.

The CPC1540 incorporates active current limiting and thermal shutdown circuitry for improved survivability in harsh environments, and is designed to pass regulatory voltage surge requirements when provided with appropriate over-voltage protection. The current limiting, normally open (1-Form-A), 350V SSR is specifically designed for applications requiring high voltage. The 350V Load Voltage rating ensures compatibility with telephony ringing voltages while providing 3750Vrms of input to output isolation.

Designed specifically for environmentally demanding AC or DC applications where printed circuit board space is restricted, the CPC1540 is an ideal solution. The CPC1540, with its guaranteed thermal shutdown feature, offers superior performance over the LH1540.

Additional key features include linear AC/DC operation; low power consumption; clean, bounce-free switching; and low power drive requirements.

“Our OptoMOS SSR and high voltage circuits are prevalent throughout the industry offering semiconductor control, system isolation, and board savings compared to electromechanical relays. We have been successfully utilizing our own proprietary HVIC process, in our own wafer fab, to provide unique SSR solutions with integrated fuse-like protection. These SSRs are very useful also in advanced power management circuits where it’s desirable to cut standby energy waste, and control loads efficiently,” commented Dr. Nathan Zommer CEO of IXYS.

CPC1540 Data Sheet Link.

Pricing and Availability
The CPC1540 OptoMOS SSR is now available in sample and production quantities with a lead-time of six weeks after receipt of order.
For OEM quantities of 25KU, pricing is $0.89.

For additional information, please contact your local sales representative:
http://www.clare.com/home/pages.nsf/locate.rep

About IXYS-Clare
Clare, Inc., a leader in the design and manufacture of solid-state relays and high voltage integrated circuits, is a wholly owned subsidiary of IXYS Corporation. IXYS Corporation develops and markets primarily high performance power semiconductor devices that are used in controlling and converting electrical power efficiently in power systems for the telecommunication and internet infrastructure, motor drives, medical systems, and transportation. IXYS also serves its markets with a combination of digital and analog integrated circuits. Additional information about Clare and IXYS may be found at www.clare.com and www.ixys.com.

For More Information Contact:
info@clare.com